Tag: ATP the Laver Cup
Sinner, Alcaraz and Zverev secure spot in ATP Finals while Medvedev is behind them in race
The race to Turin for the Nitto ATP Finals is ramping up on the Asian swing with less than two months to go. There are five spots left after only Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, and Alexander Zverev secured their spots.
With 9050 points, Jannik Sinner...
ENTRY LIST VIENNA. Jannik Sinner will not defend his title with Zverev and Medvedev the top seeds
The Vienna Open, one of the most prestigious ATP 500 tournaments, is set to showcase an impressive lineup of tennis talent this year. However, fans will notice the absence of last year’s champion, Jannik Sinner, who has decided not to defend his title. This...
Why Medvedev could default during the Laver Cup
Daniil Medvedev ran a real risk of being disqualified from the Laver Cup match against Ben Shelton while there are occasions when it is impossible or should not be permissible to engage in such terrible behaviour.
The Russian player, trailing 4-5 in the tie-break, dropped...
Carlos Alcaraz humble amid comparisons to Federer’s 2005 season: “I’m too far from that level”
During the Laver Cup 2024, Carlos Alcaraz's stunning performance drew comparisons to Roger Federer’s legendary 2005 season. Federer, who dominated with an 81-4 record and multiple Grand Slam titles that year, has been widely revered for his unprecedented success. Similarly, Alcaraz's 2024 season, boasting...
Zverev withdraws from China Open following health struggles at Laver Cup
Alexander Zverev has officially withdrawn from the China Open, just a day after helping Team Europe secure the Laver Cup trophy. Despite his participation in the tournament, Zverev struggled with his physical condition throughout the three-day event in Berlin, which has now led to...
Hailey Baptiste says Frances Tiafoe is a huge inspiration for her
Hailey Baptiste, a childhood friend of Frances Tiafoe's, texted him after his run at the US Open ended in the semifinals earlier this month.
Baptiste told WTA Insider in an interview: "Tough one, good week. He didn't say anything about the match. He just said,...
Carlos Alcaraz on his admiration for Federer: “I try to imitate him”
Carlos Alcaraz, the rising Spanish tennis star, has never hidden his admiration for Roger Federer. The 21-year-old, who possesses an extraordinary talent and a deft touch with his racket, often draws comparisons to the Swiss maestro. During the Laver Cup 2024, Alcaraz expressed his...
Ben Shelton praises Roger Federer for helping him stand out on Tour
Ben Shelton has found a unique way to distinguish himself on the ATP Tour, not just with his powerful serve and athletic physique but also through his distinctive attire. Thanks to Swiss sports brand *On*, Shelton feels he stands out from the crowd of...
Carlos Alcaraz expresses his happiness after winning the Laver Cup
Carlos Alcaraz expressed his elation after leading Team Europe to victory in the 2024 Laver Cup. The world No. 3 shared his joy, emphasizing the collective effort of his teammates throughout the tournament. "I mean it’s great. Obviously we came here with a goal,...
McEnroe predicts that Ben Shelton will make a breakthrough for American tennis in the future
According to John McEnroe, Ben Shelton has developed into a more complete player and he is confident that in the upcoming years, he will be ranked among the world's best players. The 21-year-old is his choice to make the breakthrough and put an end...